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Posted 10M ago by @PlantedApart

Iโ€™m new to geraniums can I get some advice on how to take...

#ZonaleGeranium
6โ€ pot with drainage
Last watered 3 months ago
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They are pretty simple. Just be sure she has plenty of sun. As flowers die, deadhead them (cut them off) so she continues blooming longer.

Well draining soil, I keep mine in Harris Succulent and and Cactus soil.

Keep them watered regularly. Especially the first couple of weeks. Then you can cut back a bit.

Unfortunately, this kind will die off in winter and won't come back.

If you want a variety that lives much longer you will want to look into Hardy Geranium Varieties, like Cranesbills.
@SuperbRaspfern can I overwinter it indoors if I have a strong enough light?
@PlantedApart Absolutely! They will survive for a few years that way. Just be sure to move her in before it drops below 45 degrees. Provide plenty of light at least 12 hours. And when you move her indoors do it slowly so she has time to adapt.

Day 1&2 2 hours indoors
Day 3&4 4 hours indoors
Etc.

That will help prevent shock and make her transition smooth.